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Hanwha Ocean: demand for LNG newbuilds supported by energy security policies, capacity expansion

By LNG Prime Staff
Hanwha Ocean: demand for LNG newbuilds supported by energy security policies, capacity expansion
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South Korean shipbuilder Hanwha Ocean said on Monday that mid- to long-term demand for LNG carrier newbuildings is driven by higher ton-mile demand from stronger energy security policies and LNG supply diversification toward the US and other exporters amid Middle East disruptions.

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